Airline Industry Reports ‘Significant Increase’ in Fatal Accidents
Several of the year-on-year comparisons make for unsettling reading, however context is key – commercial air travel remains the safest form of transport.
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Boeing Production Crisis Deepens as Strike Begins at 737 Max Factory
What a difference a few days makes. After delight on Sunday that a tentative deal was reached with union officials, Thursday's overwhelming rejection by members sees Boeing flying into yet another storm.
FAA Launches Audit Into Southwest After Safety Incidents
Southwest is the second carrier to be under an FAA audit this year due to a series of widely-reported safety incidents.
Boeing to Plead Guilty to Criminal Fraud Charge in 737 Max Probe
If the plea deal is accepted by the judge, it would make The Boeing Company a convicted felon. This in itself could have serious consequences for the firm.
Boeing to Buy Major Contractor to Improve 737 Max Production Quality
Boeing executives will be hoping that the Spirit AeroSystems deal helps it regain the narrative following production quality concerns.
Boeing ‘Blatantly Violated’ NTSB Rules During 737 Max Media Briefing
The federal agency has issued a blistering statement alleging that a Boeing executive disclosed “non-public” information about the January 5 Alaska Airlines accident with the press. Serious consequences will follow.
Singapore Airlines Delivers a Masterclass in Crisis Communications — But it Wasn’t Always This Way
Singapore Airlines' last fatal incident was marred by confusion and misinformation. This time it's very different.
Ryanair: ‘We Don’t Care’ Who the Next Boeing CEO Is — Here’s Why
With Ryanair one of the plane maker's biggest customers, Michael O’Leary's comments will likely carry extra weight at Boeing HQ.
United Airlines’ New Safety Video Just Dropped — and it Features 1,000 Dominoes
The roll-out comes at a sensitive time for the carrier as the FAA continues a major safety review into the company’s operations.
FAA Says It Has Not Approved United’s New Routes or Planes — United Says It’s Clear to ‘Begin the Process’
The FAA says it has not approved new planes and routes for United, but the carrier said it has been cleared to begin the process of resuming certification activities.